Batrider (Batrider, Betrader) is a hero from the Dota 2 game made by programmers, having the basis of fire. He cuts through the sky on a bat from behind, throwing out a scorched jungle and a trail of flaming madness behind him.
Once upon a time, the Rider was most often taken to the center line, but with a series of updates, the meta has changed: now he can often be seen on a difficult line (Hard-line), where the hero feels confident and brings maximum benefit to the team.
Players who want to confront the bat rider select the Batrider’s counterpikes, having studied his potential and gameplay features in advance.
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Who is Batrider in Dota 2
Batrider is a Dota 2 hero for controlling the hard. It has magic damage in reserve, easily destroys the positional alignment of opponents and is able to impose a fight on even stronger heroes.
Often, a Batrader is chosen as the last-pick when a team completes its composition and a hero is needed who can turn the outcome of the battle.
If a Trader miraculously accumulated a lot of gold and took items, then even the strongest counter-peak is unlikely to be able to stop him. Abilities give the hero line dominance and map control.
Batrader’s Abilities
Sticky Napalm
The batrader spits out a viscous combustible mixture at a selected point (up to 600 units of range, radius 375). Each replay has an effect up to 10 times, slowing down the movement and turns of enemies, as well as increasing the damage from his other skills.
The spell does not affect allies, buildings, or wards.
Mana consumption is 25.
Flamebreak (Flamethrower)
The strider accurately throws a molotov cocktail (range — 1300, radius of destruction — 500). When an explosion occurs, enemies receive magic damage, are dropped by 250 units and slow down.
Mana consumption — from 110.
Firefly (Fiery flight)
Popular in the ability inventory. The beta rider soars into the air and leaves a flaming trail behind it, burning trees and causing damage to enemies within a radius of 200 units. Move like a bird through the jungle and evade pursuit.
Mana consumption is 125.
Flaming Lasso
The ultimate skill of a Batrader. He captures the enemy with a fiery loop (range — 200) and drags 300 units behind him. The target cannot move, attack, or use abilities. Activation takes only 0.3 seconds. If the Batrader teleports, the lasso action is interrupted.
Mana consumption starts from 150.
Batrader’s Counter-peaks in Dota 2
In every Dota 2 battle, there are heroes who can restrain the Betrider, but their effectiveness depends not only on the choice, but on the skill of the player and the timely use of abilities.
To counter the Batrider, professionals recommend heroes who can:
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Inflict fast and powerful physical damage;
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reset the negative effects of his skills;
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Withstand strong magical effects;
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or just get out of the fight in time.
At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The main batrider role takes place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Lord of the air deigns to encounter opponents capable of knocking down the flame of his confidence. Experienced players choose counter-spikes to neutralize the Fire Rider’s abilities.:
Viper slows down the enemy with poison attack nozzles, dealing magical damage from a long distance. His venom is like tenacious wings, preventing the Batrider from approaching.
Sniper, although vulnerable in close combat, compensates for this with an incredible range of shots. He doesn’t let his opponents get close, showering them with a hail of bullets and magical damage.
Lifestealer is tenacious and a healer to himself: with the help of Rage, he accelerates and gains magic resistance with an effective counter-peak.
Juggernaut easily evades attacks and heals himself on the go. His “Blade Fury” protects against magical damage, and “Blade Dance” gives him a chance to deliver a devastating critical hit.
After such skirmishes, the Batrider is left with scorched jungles and traces of fire — a reminder that even defeated, he is dangerous.
On the line
On the sidelines, heroes are able to counter the Batrider, have attack parameters and neutralize skills like the “Fiery Lasso”, a dangerous but long—reloading spell.
Legion Commander with “Duel” can catch a rider in a fair fight, and “Moment of Courage” and “Press the Attack” help to stand up and protect allies.
Shadow Demon sends out a deadly cloud of “Shadow Poison”, adding more damage with repeated hits, and his “Demonic Cleanse” cleanses allies of debuffs.
Nyx Assassin is a cunning assassin. His “Spiked Carapace” deflects attacks and stuns opponents, and from invisibility with the “Vendetta” he strikes blows capable of catching the Batrider off guard.
Who is the best counter-Trader in Dota 2
If we talk about the best counter-peaks of Batrider in Dota 2, then the most cunning and persistent heroes enter the arena.:
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Slark with “Dark Pact” resets negative effects and instantly goes to a safe zone with the help of “Pounce”.
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Oracle, with the help of “Fortune’s End” and “False Promise”, is able to completely level the damage and magic of the Batrider.
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Abaddon puts up a protective “Aphotic Shield” that removes debuffs and restores health using “Borrowed Time”.
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Anti-Mage burns out and is scary for magicians. He is agile and uses illusions in battle and reflects the magic of the enemy through “Counterspell”.
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Anti-Mage is a counter-rush against the Batrader: it moves quickly, burns mana and easily escapes from the fiery embrace.
Who is the Batrader fighting against: who is he especially strong against
Not every hero is suitable for a pinpoint counter-peak for Batrider, a flying horseman capable of turning the tide of battle with his “Flaming Lasso”. There are characters who are weak and strong:
Templar Assassin loses protection from “Refraction” when the Batrader attacks her several times in a row, burning the shield in just seconds.
Morphling is weak at the start: he has little health and damage, and “pumping” stats takes time, which makes him easy prey for the fire rider.
Tinker is highly dependent on mana and has a small health reserve. His advantage in magic damage does not save him if the Rider gets to him first.
How to counter a Laborer: effective items
For maximum control of the Betrider, all esports players collect items that help them survive his fiery attacks and sticky napalm:
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Magic Stick and Magic Wand are real rescuers against Sticky Napalm. Each charge restores up to 15 health and mana points, accumulating when using spells by an opponent within a radius of 1200.
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Linken’s Sphere blocks the “Flaming Lasso” for 14 seconds, protecting the hero from capture. Plus, it gives bonuses to health, mana, and damage.
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The Lotus Orb deflects all spells and casts a shield for 6 seconds. Twists the “Fire Lasso” to the Batrader himself and slow him down after applying the “Sticky Napalm”.
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Pipe of Insight forms an anti-magic barrier for 12 seconds with a radius of 1200, absorbing up to 450 damage. Enhances magic resistance and accelerates health regeneration.
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Aeon Disk is automatically activated when health drops below 70%, removing negative effects and partially protecting it from the control of the Batrader.
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The Scythe of Vyse transforms an opponent into a harmless creature, making it impossible for him to attack, cast spells, and use objects.
Eul’s Scepter of Divinity throws the Batrader into the air, temporarily rendering the artifact’s owner invulnerable and dealing damage upon landing.
Abyssal Blade casts a stun and delivers a strong physical blow.
Rod of Atos imposes a stupor for 2 seconds, which gives a chance to stop the “fire raider” before he reaches the target.
Weaknesses of the Farmhand
Despite its powerful arsenal, Batrider is vulnerable:
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short attack range;
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slow movement at an early stage;
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dependence on the support of the team during the recovery of abilities.
Conclusion
Batrider is a special and dangerous Dota 2 hero, formed for the targeted destruction of enemies. He breaks the opponents’ formation, attacks suddenly and forces the opposing team to change plans in order to save an ally.
Flying Rider is especially effective against Templar Assassin, Morphling and Tinker. He feels confident in the forest, where he can hunt from ambush.
Experienced players choose a Batrader when they understand the mechanics of his abilities and know how to use every second of flight competently. The hero reveals himself completely only in the hands of those who see the game strategically.
